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In this important seminar, Dr. Hawkins covers in depth the various characteristics that differentiate spiritual integrity. He also explores a list of integral teachers and how we can recognize a true teaching from a false one. He explains how the human mind is unable to discern truth from falsehood. In addition, Dr. Hawkins reveals how the personal self is re-born every instant and how this is our way out, our opportunity to become enlightened.

Dr. Hawkins recites the 91st Psalm, which was one of his favorite biblical passages that he focused on intensely during his own journey. The Psalm describes how when one devotes one’s life to God, God will always take care of you through any challenge that may arise. A valuable tool for all to navigate human life.

Held at the Sedona Creative Life Center in 2006, this lecture recaps the basic spiritual principles that Dr. Hawkins teaches in his lectures and books. Dr. Hawkins explains the difference between essence and appearance and the innocence of Man. He also delves into how our view of God and ourselves is dependent on our level of consciousness. There is also a discussion of the importance of self-help groups. He also tells why the world is perfect as it is due to maximum karmic potential.

Dr. Hawkins reviews the scale of emotions and their energy fields. He shows how to get out of depression instantly. He unveils the real cause of depression and teaches that biochemical changes in the brain are a consequence and not the cause. He reveals the basic cause of hopelessness and how to overcome it, along with sin, anger, guilt, self-hatred, and suicidal thoughts. When there is loss of meaning and self-worth, there is a need to create a new context.

In the ultimate reality, there is no past, there is no future. Dr. Hawkins explains how to remain on the crest of the moment, where foreverness replaces the perception of all time dimensions and you can be free of the guilt of the past and the anticipation of the future.

In this comprehensive lecture, Dr. Hawkins explores a diverse range of topics, such as the importance of a true teacher, your commitment to spiritual integrity and the power of the field. If you have ever felt that you are alone in your spiritual quest, he also emphasizes that once you have aligned yourself with the spiritual energies, you don't walk alone. You walk along with all who support your intention and have gone there before you. Pearls of wisdom throughout this talk will lay the groundwork for your spiritual intention.

David R. Hawkins, M.D., Ph.D., is an internationally known author and speaker on the subject of spiritually advanced states of consciousness and the realization of the presence of God as Self. His published works, as well as recorded lectures, have been widely recognized as unique. They describe a very advanced state of spiritual awareness which occurred in this individual, with a scientific and clinical background, who is able to verbalize and explain the unusual phenomenon in a manner that is clear and comprehensible.

In a light and humorous style, Dr. Hawkins once again delivers a lecture worthy of your collection. By making us laugh at our egos and our own humanness, we are better able to accept and understand why we are the way we are and the solutions that he gives to transcending our current state of consciousness. Throughout this lecture, Dr. Hawkins also explains in great detail the necessary steps to realizing the Self. And as you let go of the various levels of consciousness by surrendering the ego and the attachment to linearity, you eventually come to a place of absolute stillness.

In this question-and-answer session from the “On The Road” talk series, Dr. Hawkins illustrates the highest spiritual truth in easily understandable terms.

In this insightful lecture, Dr. Hawkins explains that we actually live in a sense of our own subjectivity which is coming from consciousness/awareness. He then guides us on how to become more aware of this Truth and the levels of Love, and how to be able to shift your awareness to a new paradigm from where you are to where your heart would like to be. There is a way of being in this world that is no longer dualistic. There is also a discussion on the important topics of intention, choice, prayer, surrender and perfecting the virtues as a spiritual foundation.

This unique event allowed Dr. Hawkins to answer some deep and interesting questions in an intimate bookstore setting. Questions came from novices who are unfamiliar with his work as well as from students who have studied his teachings for several years. The topics include challenges to one's comfort zone; A Course in Miracles; changing employment; sensitivity to negativity; parental vs. personal career choice; consciousness level 700; clinical depression.

Here is everything you need to know to help you on your path to enlightenment, with a special emphasis on the importance of compassion on your spiritual journey. A common thread found in this lecture, Dr. Hawkins speaks on the various methods and insights that can lead us to a state of compassion for ourselves, mankind and our world. Spiritual gems are throughout this talk on forgiveness, the importance of kindness under and and all conditions, the undoing of judgementalism and the power of Love and mercy.

The Question and Answer Series is a collection of three events, recorded in 2011, that opens with a few remarks by Dr. Hawkins. He then answers questions from the audience relating to the information presented in his books and lectures on consciousness research and spiritual realities, as well as other spiritual matters and current events.

Dr. Hawkins opens this lecture by describing his intense drive to know the core of Truth and what it took to reach Enlightenment. He speaks to us from subjective awareness that the reality of the Presence within is the absolute silence. If you can get beyond the illusion of causality, you can jump into the 500s, where you see that everything is happening as a consequence of the totality, of the Infinite Power of the Field, and that nothing is causing anything. Our belief that there is a personal "I" that is the cause of everything is the major block to realizing the Self.

Talk #1: In this insightful session, Dr. Hawkins and his wife, Susan discuss the reality of life and its challenges. He stresses the importance of faith and prayer in daily living and how to maintain a spiritual awareness in life. Glamour, greed and human wants are also discussed. In addition, we are given a truth that we can use when life gets to be too much to handle. Dr. Hawkins also addresses the phrase "like goes to like" and the value of acceptance in one's life.

In this exciting lecture, Dr. Hawkins disassembles the ego, explains how it blocks the Truth and in great detail shows us how we can transcend it. “You can only experience that which you resist” is one of the many important lessons he shares with us. He also covers the basic qualities that are important for one to have because they can start the spiritual energy flowing. And the conditions in order to reach an enlightened state are explored. We don't have to become monks or join an ashram. We can be spiritual and alive right where we are!

In this question-and-answer session from the “On The Road” talk series, Dr. Hawkins provides powerful teachings on the key to the advancement of consciousness: intention.

Dr. Hawkins begins this lecture by saying that our spirit will be where it must be as a consequence of that which it is. Everything is exactly precisely where it has brought itself through its own decision. He states: "There is nobody paddling the canoe except yourself!" However, with the progression of consciousness, the "I" is less and less limited and ultimately becomes the source of Knowingness itself.

Dr. Hawkins begins this lecture by stating that our true purpose is to transcend from our original animal nature, otherwise known as the ego, to the realization of Divinity. He then guides us throughout this talk on how to allow the unfolding of this Truth. He explains our predicament: We have no idea where we came from, why we are here, who we are or where we are going. We are faced with the continuous uncertainty of life, everything we cling to is attacked and undermined by doubt within ourselves. However, the Presence of God as Self is the source of one's own existence.

This collection of powerful, inspirational excerpts from various lectures given by Dr. Hawkins will provide memorable teachings that highlight several powerful lessons that can be focused on throughout your daily life.